The Planet Nibiru Hoax

-- | August 19, 2012

Question: I am inquiring about a planet called Nibiru, if you have any information on this planet please send pictures of where this planet is located or where it is supposed to be located. If not, maybe you could suggest someone who would know some information about Nibiru. Thank you for your time, — Gem

Answer: I answered a similar question about this non-existent planet and regular astronomical “hoax”. Nibiru does not exist. The Nibiru myth is one of many “hoaxes” that use incorrect or misinterpreted astronomical information to propagate misinformation. My previous post on this subject provides some more background information if you are interested.

Jeff Mangum

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